Justice Reform: Antigua’s PM writes the Eastern Caribbean Chief Justice proposing an independent review of firearm sentencing, repeat offending, and criminal justice coordination. Crime & Courts: Saint Lucia’s new Plea Bargaining Bill is set to speed up court cases while aiming to protect fairness for victims and accused. Energy Costs: Minister Shawn Edward urges a faster shift to solar and geothermal to cut fuel dependence and ease electricity bills. Infrastructure: Work on the Hewanorra International Airport redevelopment is at an “advanced stage,” with the air traffic control tower about 95% complete and expected to be fully functional in early 2027; separately, a North-South Link Road is pitched as a major capital investment to reshape travel and business. Youth Voice: CARICOM’s Youth Anthology spotlights young people pushing for a stronger say in policy, while local advocates call for more skills training investment. Public Health Readiness: Port health stakeholder training strengthens how agencies prevent, detect, communicate, and respond to threats at air and sea entry points. Education Support: The UNI PASS Grant and calls for graduates to build professional portfolios beyond degrees are in focus. Politics: PNP hits back at Senate President Tom Tavares-Finson over Jamaica’s CCJ stance. Business/Local Life: TheLifeCo St. Lucia appoints a new general manager; Saint Lucia Cruise Port awards two full undergraduate scholarships. Agriculture: Egg shortages prompt calls for better coordination with farmers, alongside warnings about viral misinformation on snake sightings. Sports: Tapeball series results and Saint Lucia’s CAC netball bronze medal keep the spotlight on local achievement.